Backpacking

The lightweight Gregory Women's Jade 50 Backpack carries everything you need for a weekend backpacking trip, a day at the climbing crags, or a longer ultralight backpacking journey. You can comfortably carry up to 35 pounds of gear in this backpack, which weighs substantially less than four pounds. Gregory gave this women's-specific backpack its Jet Stream suspension system, which features a perforated frame sheet and mesh back panel that...  

We all know Cancun, Miami and Cabo are great for spring break. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the company of drunken college chicks and cheap tequila on the beach. But this year, we urge you to dig a little deeper. Whether its nature, art, history, hotties or beaches you seek, these spots will satisfy whatever your craving may be in 2010.  

Philippines have also been a country unique with native flowers. Though some Philippine flowers are found on other countries, these are still considered as a unique native flower coming from the Philippines. ...  

Bringing Japanese aesthetics to outdoor function, Snow Peak's dainty set of titanium camping cutlery lightens the load on backpacking excursions without compromising quality and taste. The collection includes the basic utensils required for any well-deserved meal and adds chopsticks and sporks the mix. Each set weighs less than two ounces, and sells from Snow Peak's online shop, along with an array of luxury camping...  

Packing for your travels and holidays can be a tedious task. With only a limited space available, it can become frustrating deciding what you want to take. Tips follow  

Traveling alone can be an amazing and rewarding experience. With so many advantages, there should be nothing standing in the way of the single traveler and adventure!  

Make the most of your European backpacking trip. Let every minute be packed full of adventure with these creative ideas for traveling around and finding places to stay from someone who has already done it.Contributor: Jedidiah FreePublished: Nov 22, 2009  

When packing for backpacking travel, less is more. However, travelers in the city have different needs than the average backpacker. Here is a guide to packing for metropolitan backpacking, from essentials to electronics.Contributor: Anjuli CrockerPublished: Nov 23, 2009  

This article offers advice about essential gear you will need to pack for your first backpacking camping trip. Carrying the right supplies can determine whether or not you will have a great trip and want to backpack again.Contributor: Jane WakefieldPublished: Nov 23, 2009  

Backpacking is the best way to spend time with your kids and family without the distractions of civilization. Away from phones, internet, TV, toys and computers, you can spend time talking to your loved ones.Contributor: rekha sPublished: Nov 19, 2009  

Nice find on the Internets, the Art of Backpacking. Chockful of helpful advise from a couple of globetrotters. From their "About" page: Who is Art of Backpacking? What is the Art of Backpacking? We’re Mike and Teresa and we developed...  

While most view Acadia National Park as the perfect summer destination, folks have been known to head there in the winter months. With that in mind, the park keeps the Blackwoods Campground open on a limited basis for the hardy who want to experience a different season in Acadia. read more  

Grand Canyon National Park long has run its backpacking permit operation with a four-month lead time. In other words, you could walk into the backcountry office on February 1 and ask for a permit for a date in June and receive it. Well, the rules are changing friends. read more  

Backpacking through Europe is one of the best ways to explore this culture rich continent. Here are a few tips you might want to consider when planning your escape.  

With the support, durability, and weather-protection of the La Sportiva Trango Trek GTX Women's Backpacking Boots, you can take on big, wet hikes without a second thought. Their Gore-Tex inserts keeps your feet totally dry as you cover a handful of miles the day after a big rainstorm. La Sportive used Vibram soles to ensure the Trango Trek GTX Boots had the traction needed for steep, slick conditions. Then they added a Roughout leather upper...  

(Prudent Press Agency)--- With the onset of the English winter the traditional flight south by GAP year students to warmer climates has begun. With deferred places at university sorted students can start the all important process of planning their GAP year travels and saving up for the airfare. Australia and New Zealand still remain the top destinations for most backpackers.The team at Lazyshark have been working behind the scenes to make it...  

Smoky Scout commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'I have a very old Peak type pocket rocket that still works great. I saw a Boy Scout leader do a demo once of a bunch of backpacking stoves. He lit each one and then went down the row knocking them all over. The Peak was the only one that put itsel...  

Please help me out by telling me about the stove you use backpacking here and why you like it. I am looking at upgrading my stove for this winter and just curious what other folks like or don't like. Also feel free to warn me of any that you would stay away from. Thanks for the help!  

Here are some ideas for easy backpacking meals. While eating along the trail is not as easy as eating at home, there is no reason to have to survive on energy bars alone. With a little planning there are a number of meals that ...Contributor: Jeffrey MoatsPublished: Nov 04, 2009  

Dan Heimsoth commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'I use a JetBoil and have been pretty happy with it. It's only good for boiling water but it's very good and fast about doing it. I've seen reviewers say it doesn't work well at high altitudes, but that was in the 8 - 10 thousand foot range and I d...  

Dale commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'I use the MSR pocket rocket as well and have cooked meals in the low 20's.Use non-stick pans as Ashe stated and you shouldnt have an issue.I sometimes use my homemade Pepsi can stove(Alcohol) just for kicks.  

Mark Gilreath commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'Adam, I use a Sterno Folding Stove and one of those little sterno cans you can get at the Walmart in the camping section. It gets water hot enough for coffe and the Maruchan Cup of noodles (Ramen Noodles in a cup). Folds up nice in your pack and o...  

Packing the right amount of the right stuff can be one of the deciding factors of how fun any trip is; learn how to pack everything you'll need for any trip without forgetting anything.Contributor: Wilhelm BraniganPublished: Nov 23, 2009  

From a Rocky Mountain hike to the Annapurna Circuit, the Kayland Women's Contact 1000 Backpacking Boot not only gives you durable support and traction, but it helps keep your feet dry and comfortable thanks to the waterproof breathable membrane. The rugged Vibram sole and tough leather upper handle the abuse of tough mountain treks, and Kayland's Integrated Absorbing Drive gives you stability and shock absorption on burly ups and downs.Price...  

Citing concerns about impact to the watershed and safety concerns, the U.S. Forest Service announced it would no longer allow winter camping at the Spruces Campground in Big Cottonwood Canyon in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest in Utah.Salt Lake TribuneView Comments |  

Snowy site? Here's how John Gookin, coauthor of NOLS Winter Camping, stomps out a perfect camp: 1. Flatten an area twice the size of your tent's footprint with your skis or snowshoes. 2. Lay out the tent (but don't pitch it yet), then dig trenches for deadman anchors. Make the trenches six to 12 inches deep, a foot away from each corner. Gookin's deadman of choice is a smooth...  

Don’t ever let anyone tell you that being a mom isn’t dangerous business. I have brushes with disaster every day: Spraying the Scrubbing Bubbles on the toilet seat only to realize that the spray nozzle is turned around and my forehead is now squeaky clean, but I need an ophthalmologist. Smacking the back of my head on the top bunk so many times I have to shake the sheets to find my fillings. Impaling my brain via eardrum with a corn skewer...  

Don’t ever let anyone tell you that being a mom isn’t dangerous business. I have brushes with disaster every day: Spraying the Scrubbing Bubbles on the toilet seat only to realize that the spray nozzle is turned around and my forehead is now squeaky clean, but I need an ophthalmologist. Smacking the back of my head on the top bunk so many times I have to shake the sheets to find my fillings. Impaling my brain via eardrum with a corn skewer...  

Lightweight dish set and magic trick all in one, Orikaso's foldable, packable Dinner Set lightens your backpack and helps spread the word that you're a full-fledged backpacking wizard. Chew on that, Gob. Orikaso's formula (origami + lightweight polypropylene = best backpacking dish set ever) makes a lot of sense. This set includes: 2 bowls, 2 cups, and 2 bowls.Price: $3.99 (86% Off!)Regularly: $28.95  

Here are some tips on how much water you should carry when backpacking, how to purify water while on the trail, and other information for backpacking and other backcountry trips.Contributor: Jeffrey MoatsPublished: Oct 30, 2009  

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. - Getting one of the roughly 11,500 permits granted each year to backpack overnight in the Grand Canyon has become so competitive and "unfair" that managers at the national...  

I met my newset friend while backpacking for a month. It is amazing the friendships that backpacking generates and how quickly.  I think it is because you are out there on your own, you have that in common.  

A how-to guide for backpack traveling through metropolitan cities in the US and abroad. What to wear, what to pack, what to leave at home and how to pack your bag.Contributor: Richard St.OngePublished: Nov 20, 2009  

Getting one of the roughly 11,500 permits granted each year to backpack overnight in the Grand Canyon has become so competitive and "unfair" that managers at the national park have decided to change the system.  

Cajun commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'Super Cat alcohol stove for warm weather, MSR Whisper Lite in cold weather. It's a little heavy, but it will boil water in a blizzard.  

By Jeff Rose I wish I was writing this post from the standpoint of how I saved money on my most recent backpacking trip, but alas, I cannot. I can only write it from the standpoint of how I could have saved money on my backpacking trip. While this isn't the first year that I've gone backpacking with my buddies, it was the first year that required a bit more planning. We decided that Yellowstone National Park was our destination and that...  

Your dog can make an excellent companion on the trails. If you want to go backpacking with your dog, there are a few things you should know. This article will give you a few tips.Contributor: D SwainPublished: Oct 15, 2009  

With cheap flights to Manila you will have an amazing holiday experience. Manila is the capital city of Philippines, which is situated at the mouth of Pasig River. It is a remarkable melting pot of Asian and Latin cultures, ...  

A generation ago, young travelers hit the road with nothing more than a backpack, a few dollars and a Eurail pass to cover as many Western European countries as possible. But these days, that Eurail pass can take travelers far past the west-to-east ...  

From a Rocky Mountain hike to the Annapurna Circuit, the Kayland Women's Contact 1000 Backpacking Boot not only gives you durable support and traction, but it helps keep your feet dry and comfortable thanks to the waterproof breathable membrane. The rugged Vibram sole and tough leather upper handle the abuse of tough mountain treks, and Kayland's Integrated Absorbing Drive gives you stability and shock absorption on burly ups and downs.  

Cream of Wheat, oatmeal, CoCo Wheats, grits and other hot breakfast cereals provide a good breakfast at home or in the woods on a backpacking trip.Contributor: Jeffrey MoatsPublished: Oct 30, 2009  

Sure the rain is falling and the sky is dreary, but according to Weather.com the rain will be disappearing and the temperatures warming up by this weekend. If you are looking for a quick getaway from the urban jungle this weekend then consider ...  

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I'll be backpacking Japan this coming summer for about 2 months. The goal is for me to start from Hokkaido and end up in Okinawa. I don't plan on going into Tokyo or other heavily urbanized areas for more than a day or so. Anyone got suggestions? I ...  

Product Description Images ScreenShot About SwissGear Backpacking Sport Tent - Sleeps 4 detail Amazon Sales Rank: #6767 in Sports & Outdoors Brand: Swiss Gear Features This lightweight (9 lbs.) tent is designed for backpacking adventures. Lower wall vents for cross ventilation and sleeping comfort. Carry duffel converts to hanging storage for food or gear. Awning over front door protects entrance form elements. Sleeps: up to 4. Base...  

Jerry Gauld, a retired heavy equipment operator from Fife Lake, lived off the land, much as the early hunter-gatherers had, tapping Mother Nature's garden and his own woods sense.  

WNCTMissing police officer, hiking companions found safeInland Empire NewsKINGS CANYON – A missing San Bernardino police officer and two backpacking companions are safe after a week-long ordeal in the Kings Canyon National Park in ...Search Intensifies For Missing Kings Canyon HikersKMPH Fox 26SBPD Officer Among Three Missing HikersMyFox Los Angelesall 305 news articles »  

More s*x (and STIs) please, we're British6minutesThe results suggest that those “participating in independent, exploratory and active forms of travel, such as backpacking, show higher sensation seeking ...How many people have you slept with? 2.8 million?Vancouver Sunall 2 news articles »  

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver Brian Scott making move to NationwideExaminer.comScott has shown noticeable progress in the last three year in the Camping World Truck Series. In 2007, Scott was ranked 40th, and then 16th last year. ...and more »  

Clear Channel Parent CC Media Posts Loss as Sales Decline FurtherWall Street JournalClear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc., the company's 90%-owned billboard-advertising unit, posted a loss of $34.4 million, or 10 cents a share, on revenue of ...Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Slips To Loss In Q3 - UpdateRTT NewsClear Channel Outdoor posts 3Q lossMSN MoneyClear Channel Outdoor Taps Reichig for Exec PostMEDIAWEEKBizjournals.com -Radio Business...  

Clear Channel Outdoor Reports Third Quarter 2009 ResultsWELT ONLINEClear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO) today reported results for its third quarter September 30, 2009. The Company reported revenues of $660.6 ...CC Media Holdings, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 ResultsTMC NetCC Media Holdings, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2009 ResultsTrading Markets (press release)all 10 news articles »  

KLEWFamily found safe in the snowKYTXA man and seven children on a camping trip in Oregon get stranded in a snowstorm and are found safe in a minivan. A spokeswoman for the Marion County ...Snow Traps Dad, 7 Kids In Marion CountyKPTV.comFamily survives being trapped in snowstormUnited Press InternationalFamily rescued after getting stuck in the snow750 KXLAlbany Democrat Herald -KATU -KTVZall 25 news articles »  

MiamiHerald.comRon Hornaday Jr. closing in on another NASCAR Truck Series titleLos Angeles TimesRon Hornaday Jr. needs to finish 22nd or better in the final two races of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series season to win a record fourth Truck Series ...Ron Hornaday Jr.: Ron Hornaday Jr. wins WIX 'Lap Leader' awardRotoworld.comBreaking down the winstar World Casino 350Fort Worth Star TelegramNASCAR Notebook: Title scenarios; Busch vs. the...  

Arvada man who went camping before snowstorm is still missingDenver PostRangers found evidence Pleiss had been camping in the West Magnolia Recreation Area, Enholm said, but no sign of Pleiss himself. The Rocky Mountain Rescue ...19-Year-Old Goes Missing Camping Near NederlandTheDenverChannel.comSearch For Missing Arvada Hiker Suspendedcbs4denver.comAuthorities call off search for missing camperLongmont Daily Times-CallFox 31 KDVR.comall 30...  

KATUHomeless Idaho residents sue city over camping lawMiamiHerald.comAP Writer BOISE, Idaho -- Seven homeless Boise residents are suing the city and the police department, saying that rules against camping in ...Homeless Idaho residents sue city over camping lawFox12IdahoLawsuit challenges homeless rules; man held in shooting of three womenAustin American-Statesmanall 42 news articles »  

A backpacking former inline skater who was chugging beer steins at Oktoberfest just a year ago is set to become Australia's latest Winter Olympian to cross over from summer sports.  

During the months preceding my 40th birthday, I fell into an emotional slump. Middle aged and miserable is what I felt at the prospect of reaching the official half-way point of my life.  

Cool Hunting (blog)Snow Peak Backpacking CutleryCool Hunting (blog)Bringing Japanese aesthetics to outdoor function, Snow Peak's dainty set of titanium camping cutlery lightens the load on backpacking excursions without ...  

Clear Channel Outdoor awarded Sound Transit ad contractTacoma Daily NewsClear Channel Outdoor, Inc. today announced it has been awarded a new contract with Sound Transit to manage all revenue-generating advertising operations ...and more »  

Outdoor testing for balloons in Macy's Thanksgiving Day ParadeKSDKEach year, organizers test fly the parade's debut class of giant character balloons in real world outdoor settings. During the test flight the balloons are ...and more »  

New York TimesRiver Craft Lite: Floats Great, Less FillingNew York TimesOur adventure included backpacking, mountain climbing, canyoneering, camping out and then — after inflating the rafts on the second day — a long whitewater ...  

Get a review of the JanSport Antics Series Wasabi backpack features.Contributor: Tikyda Couassi-BlePublished: Oct 24, 2009  

An overview of the most simple and basic thing that should be in a pack for camping and backpacking.Contributor: David EdwardsPublished: Nov 22, 2009  

Two bucks gets you two trees, but only today, so get thee to a nurseryNational PostTree-planting in Canada's western provinces was once a ritual for many young people, just like backpacking through Europe after high school. ...  

A general rule in outdoor hiking is that the heavier a backpacking sleeping bag the warmer the hiker. The choice of less weight over warmth can be overcome in other ways.  

A basic overview of backpacking, mainly a checklist and priority list of things to bring along.Contributor: Mitchell J. NemitzPublished: Nov 17, 2009  

Essex freshmen to take hikeBurlingtonFreePress.comThe three-day, two-night backpacking trip along part of the Long Trail is scheduled for Oct. 23-25. Staff from Essex CHIPS, the Essex Junction-based ...and more »  

An article about basic backpacking gear for those looking to get into the activity without spending a lot of money.Contributor: Jeffrey MoatsPublished: Oct 22, 2009  

KathyB commented on Adam Beal's blog post 'What Kind of Backpacking Stove Do You Use?'I think some one on here mentioned using a card board box and duck tape?  

Backpacking is a popular way of seeing Europe with speed and ease; here's how the world's most popular form of adventure travel can become the experience of a lifetime.  

A Traverse City man who has traveled the world with little more than a backpack will share stories of his adventures at the Kalamazoo Public Library at 7 p.m. Monday.  

Just graduated? Got an extended break? A little tight on budget, but still want to see the world? Below are some travel destination ideas to help you get started.  

I'o announces new general managerLahaina News... bartender and catering manager at I'o, pacific'O and the Feast at Lele, all between bouts of backpacking through Nepal, Southeast Asia and Cambodia, ...  

Where to eat in Peru on a backpacking budget - Peru budget travel tips for backpackers to save money eating in Peru and cut down on travel expenses.  

Even as the head of one of the largest retail companies in the country, JanSport co-founder Skip Yowell's life has always been about the outdoors.  

When backpackers pack the proper backpacking gear, they can enjoy hiking with nature in comfort.  

MLB.comProspective umpires go campingMLB.comUmpires-in-training work on drills at the Major League Baseball Umpire Camp. (Freddie Hernandez) By Rhett Bollinger / MLB.com COMPTON, Calif. ...  

I could barely move. Every step felt like it was a replay in slow motion, and I knew the altitude was taking its toll.  

My favourite part was no. 8. and let me quote this part, so I can mark out the BS. ---Quote--- 8. The birth of the 'flashpacker' 'The...  

This amazing 14 mile hike provides fantastic beach views, cliffside challenges and plenty of adventure for the most daring of backpackers.  

Serendipity in Sri LankaIrish TimesON MY BACKPACKING adventures, I'd always enquire among the well- travelled people I'd meet: “What's the most beautiful country you've visited? ...  

Advice on independent budget travel (aka backpacking). A guide to what to pack, where to go, pre-trip, costs, health and all you might find ‘on the road’.  

November 8, 2009 -- IRISH backpackers heading to Australia have been warned not to abuse working holiday visa extensions. The so-called second working holiday visa...  

November 8, 2009 -- IRISH backpackers heading to Australia have been warned not to abuse working holiday visa extensions. The so-called second working holiday visa...  

November 15, 2009 -- PART OF THE FUN of this column is checking in on some of the things I've written about in the past. One of those is the Interfaith Backpack Project...  

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October 12, 2009 -- HASH(0x2a966b6760) National Backpack Program Celebrates Donation of Two Millionth Backpack CHARLOTTE, N.C. --...  

October 30, 2009 -- Specialists offer tips for carrying backpacks, bags and briefcases WEST ORANGE, N.J., Oct. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- With school underway, attention is...  

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November 16, 2009 -- CHICAGO, Nov. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Panama's Gulf of Chiriqui is so wild and unspoiled it draws the most adventurous souls to its lush wilderness....  

October 24, 2009 -- PITTSBURG -- Jim Goble's fifth-grade class at Willow Cove Elementary School traded their backpacks for life jackets as they embarked on a new...  

A quick guide to the essentials of a winter camping trip. Be prepared to stay comfortable by dressing appropriately.  

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A photo essay that documents backpacking through Yosemite's south rim.